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Vernon observes National Day of Mourning

Ceremony slated for Friday, April 26, 10:30 a.m. at city hall to honour those killed on the job
Roger Knox
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CUPE 626 representative Phil Savill addresses the gathering in front of Vernon City Hall in 2023 to mark the National Day of Mourning, a day to honour those who have been killed or injured on the job. The city will again recognize National Day of Mourning with a ceremony Friday, April 26, at 10:30 a.m. at city hall. (Morning Star file photo)

Nearly 200 workers died from a workplace injury or disease in B.C. in 2023.

There were 74 fatalities due to traumatic injury, according to WorkSafeBC, and 107 deaths due to occupational disease.

On Friday, April 26, the City of Vernon will observe the National Day of Mourning with a ceremony in front of city hall.

The event starts at 10:30 a.m.

“The Canadian Labour Congress first recognized the Day of Mourning in 1984,” said the city. “In 1990, this day became a national observance with the passing of the Workers Mourning Day Act, and on April 28, 1991, the federal government officially proclaimed the National Day of Mourning.”

Canada was the first nation to recognize the Day of Mourning and it is now observed around the world.

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I am a journalist with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. I started my career in radio and have spent the last 21 years working with Black Press Media.
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